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Kia EV2 vs MINI Cooper
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
Selected trimCooper EChange trim190 mi · 40.7 kWh · £26,155
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV2 leads on motorway range, while the MINI Cooper leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia EV2 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
Choose the MINI Cooper if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The MINI Cooper edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueMINI
Kia
5.1
MINI
5.7
Motorway RangeKia
Kia
5.5
MINI
4.4
FamilyMINI
Kia
2.1
MINI
4.4
Charging
Kia
4.8
MINI
5.2
Too close to call
Cost Per Mile
Kia
8.3
MINI
8.5
Too close to call
City Driving
Kia
8.8
MINI
9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia EV2
Air
- 91 miles more WLTP range
- 152 litres more boot space
- 75 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.4 m tighter turning circle
MINI Cooper
Cooper E
- £1,840 cheaper
- 35 kW more power
- 1.7s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 | £26,155 (better) |
| Official range | 281 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 362 L (better) | 210 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia EV2
MINI Cooper
Length
Kia EV24,060mm
MINI Cooper3,858mm-202mm
Width
Kia EV21,800mm
MINI Cooper1,756mm-44mm
Height
Kia EV21,575mm
MINI Cooper1,460mm-115mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,060 mm | 3,858 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,756 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,944 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,460 mm |
| Turning circle | 10 m (better) | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 644 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 778 mm |
| Boot space (seats up) | 362 L (better) | 210 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 800 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia EV2
- At 4,060 mm, shorter than 100% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
MINI Cooper
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV2 Air |  MINI Cooper Cooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.06m | 3.86m-202mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.76m-44mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.94m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.46m-115mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.53m-39mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 362L (better) | 210L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 800L |
| Seats | 5 | Not available |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 778mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.02m (better) | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,615kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 40.7kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 75kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 | £26,155 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) | £26,155 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* Kia EV2: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 75 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 61 kWh (better) | 36.6 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 7.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 135 kW (better) |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 290 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia EV2
Air
MINI Cooper
Cooper E
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Kia EV2
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Kia EV2 Air
Kia EV2 Air
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Euro NCAP - MINI Cooper Cooper E
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant82%
Vulnerable Road Users81%
Safety Assist77%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | MINI CooperCooper E |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Kia EV2
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MINI Cooper
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
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Kia EV2
No active listings.
MINI Cooper
- £28,9002025EV ExpertsView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia EV2 worth the extra £1,840 over the MINI Cooper?
The Kia EV2 costs £1,840 more than the MINI Cooper. For that premium it adds 91 miles more WLTP range, 75 kW faster peak rapid charging and 152 litres more boot space. The MINI Cooper is not just cheaper - it also offers 35 kW more power and a 1.7s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the MINI Cooper comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Kia EV2 or the MINI Cooper?
The MINI Cooper is £1,840 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the MINI Cooper comes out roughly £1,840 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Kia EV2 and MINI Cooper like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Kia EV2 and 158 miles for the MINI Cooper - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV2 goes roughly 76 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV2 or the MINI Cooper?
The MINI Cooper is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 44 mm narrower than the Kia EV2. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 644 mm of total clearance for the MINI Cooper and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2. The Kia EV2 also turns in a 0.4 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia EV2 or the MINI Cooper?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia EV2 and 84% for the MINI Cooper. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The MINI Cooper has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia EV2.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .